Activities

Project's Activities

Activities:

TWIN-TECH implements a coherent set of activities centered on the development of a four-pillar curriculum composed of twelve thematic modules addressing green, digital, and entrepreneurial skills. The project conducts an in-depth labour market needs analysis with a specific focus on the implications of green and digital transformation for vocational profiles. Based on these findings, an AI-powered business simulation platform is designed and developed to provide hands-on, experiential learning opportunities. The project further includes pilot testing activities in all partner countries, accompanied by targeted teacher training sessions and thematic workshops. Dissemination actions and multiplier events are organised throughout the project lifecycle to ensure visibility, stakeholder engagement, and wide uptake of results.

Work package No.1 Project Management:

The progress, quality, and achievement of the TWIN-TECH project are governed by a structured evaluation and monitoring framework designed to guarantee successful implementation and the timely delivery of all project results . This process is led by an internal project management team comprising managers from each partner organization and Work Package leaders who consult with specialized staff to maintain high execution standards. Monitoring occurs across multiple levels, including monthly online management committee meetings to track milestones, resolve emerging difficulties, and ensure seamless coordination among the consortium. A centralized project management system facilitates the continuous tracking of deliverables, while regular peer reviews of project outputs are conducted to maintain rigorous quality standards. The evaluation methodology relies on both qualitative and quantitative indicators, such as participant feedback forms, attendance rates at training sessions, and formal quality reviews of curricula and digital tools. Every six months, the management committee performs a structured review to assess overall progress, identify strategic challenges, and ensure stakeholder satisfaction. High-level evaluation and collaboration are further supported by two mandatory in-person transnational project meetings, specifically a Kick-Off Meeting in Slovenia and a Final Meeting in Austria . Risk management and contingency planning are integrated into the project’s core, utilizing a risk register to identify potential threats and trigger emergency mitigation meetings when necessary . Quality assurance is reinforced through internal and external peer reviews, where partners evaluate each other’s work to ensure consistency and excellence. A final detailed evaluation uses key performance indicators to measure the project’s total impact, focusing on the integration of outcomes into vocational institutions, stakeholder satisfaction, and the long-term sustainability of the developed training methodologies

Work Package 2, led by RA-SAŠA, focuses on building green and digital competencies for VET by overseeing coordination, maintaining methodological consistency, and aligning all project outputs with European policy frameworks. All partners contribute to this process through research, stakeholder engagement, and curriculum development to ensure the work package successfully meets its strategic objectives. The first major activity involves organizing local brainstorming sessions and labs in each partner country, where fifteen VET providers, fifteen learners, and fifteen industry stakeholders collaborate to foster knowledge exchange under the methodological guidance provided by RA-SAŠA. The second activity centers on transnational data collection and policy analysis, for which RA-SAŠA develops a structured plan outlining specific objectives, methods, and tools. During this phase, each partner is responsible for recruiting key stakeholders from sectors such as renewable energy and sustainable industries to conduct ten interviews per country with industry experts, educators, and policymakers. RA-SAŠA leads the subsequent analysis of European policy frameworks to ensure alignment with EU sustainability and digitalization goals, while also classifying eco-job profiles based on skills, qualifications, and market relevance. The final activity involves the development of the TWIN-TECH Learning Path Framework, starting with a review of existing European competency frameworks conducted by RA-SAŠA to identify relevant competencies. All partners collaborate with subject matter experts and educators to validate this framework and ensure its continued relevance to specific industry needs. Finally, RA-SAŠA defines the structure and sequencing of modules within each learning path to ensure a logical and effective progression for VET learners.

Work Package 3, under the leadership of ANAX, focuses on the comprehensive design and delivery of the TWIN-TECH 4-Pillar VET Teaching Programme through a collaborative effort among all project partners. The first activity involves a distributed design process for the four core pillars, where ANAX leads the sustainability and green transition facilitation modules, Fifty-Fifty manages the digital transformation pillar, and CIPFPM oversees the entrepreneurship practitioner pillar, with additional module contributions from RA-SAŠA, SS@, and WKÖ. Stichting Sustainable@ (SS@) leads the second activity, which focuses on incorporating hands-on activities and industry case studies into a three-day training program that covers sustainability fundamentals and the implementation of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for participants from each partner organization. The third activity, led by ANAX, emphasizes the role of digital technologies in driving sustainability, exploring practical applications of IoT and smart sensors for environmental monitoring and resource optimization through a dedicated three-day course. The final activity is spearheaded by CIPFPM and focuses on the principles of green entrepreneurship and sustainable business models, culminating in a three-day training session designed to identify opportunities within the green economy. Across all these activities, a rigorous evaluation process is implemented to measure course effectiveness through detailed participant feedback, ensuring the teaching programme remains high-quality and aligned with project objectives.

Work Package 4, led by Fifty-Fifty, focuses on the development and implementation of an AI-driven business simulation platform designed to identify skill gaps and integrate green and digital practices into vocational education. The first phase involves a comprehensive analysis of existing AI tools to establish best practices and design a robust platform architecture capable of hosting diverse simulation scenarios created in collaboration with all project partners. To complement this digital tool, Fifty-Fifty will launch a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) while all participating organizations conduct pilot testing workshops to evaluate the effectiveness of the simulations. The second activity, spearheaded by CIPFPM, involves the creation of a detailed guidance and mentorship framework to facilitate student participation in international teams during real-world business simulations. This guide provides educators and facilitators with instructions on managing team dynamics, communication strategies, conflict resolution, and cultural sensitivity to ensure an inclusive learning environment. Once finalized, these resources are distributed through dedicated channels to ensure accessibility for all VET stakeholders. The final stage ensures the long-term success of the platform by offering ongoing support and resources, such as online forums and instructional materials, to VET providers and learners. Progress and performance are continuously monitored throughout the simulation process to ensure learning objectives are met. Each partner organization concludes this work package by hosting a localized pilot workshop involving twenty learners and ten VET providers to validate the AI-based tool and its simulation scenarios in a practical setting.

Work Package 5 focuses on the strategic impact and dissemination of the TWIN-TECH project, ensuring that its outcomes reach a broad audience and achieve long-term sustainability through the coordinated efforts of all partners. Under the leadership of RA-SAŠA, each partner designates dedicated staff members to leverage their existing networks and resources, while RA-SAŠA provides ongoing guidance and manages biannual reporting to track the progress and effectiveness of outreach efforts . The dissemination framework begins with a comprehensive communication plan and the creation of printed materials designed by RA-SAŠA to maintain a consistent project identity. Digital engagement is a primary component of the strategy, featuring a social media campaign developed by ANAX and a centralized project website created by Fifty-Fifty to serve as a hub for project resources. To foster direct engagement with target audiences, the consortium organizes multiplier events in each partner country, including two separate events in Greece to address diverse regional audiences, as well as a final conference in Austria hosted by WKÖ to present results to international stakeholders . The final phase of the work package involves a dissemination and sustainability overview report combined with an evaluation plan led by RA-SAŠA to measure the project’s overall influence. Additionally, Stichting Sustainable@ (SS@) produces a video documentary to capture the project’s milestones and success stories, providing a lasting visual record of the initiative’s impact. Together, these collaborative tasks ensure meaningful interaction with target groups and contribute to the successful integration of TWIN-TECH’s innovations across the European VET sector

Expected Results:

The project is expected to deliver a comprehensive learning pathway that combines environmental sustainability, digital competence, and entrepreneurship in a practical and accessible way for VET learners. A key outcome will be an interactive, AI-supported simulation platform made available to VET institutions across Europe. Through pilot implementation, more than 120 learners and 30 teachers will actively engage with the project’s tools and methodologies, contributing to their validation and refinement. In addition, TWIN-TECH will produce policy-oriented recommendations supporting the integration of emerging competencies into VET curricula, ensuring the long-term exploitation and sustainability of project results beyond the funding period.